Auctions: comic books in 'Marvel Legacy Numbering: Iron Man'

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 125N FN- 5.5

Newsstand Edition. "The Monaco Prelude" Part 3 of 5. Guest-starring Captain America and Ant-Man (aka Scott Lang). Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton. In a shocking development, Iron Man killed the Carnelian ambassador with an inadvertent repulsor ray blast last issue. And now Tony Stark must hand over his armor to the police and figure out what to do next! With assistance from Ant-Man and the Sentinel of Liberty, Tony learns that a mysterious man in Monaco is responsible for the deadly malfunction of his armor! So the golden avenger (sans armor) and Rhodey fly to Monte Carlo to clear Iron Man's name! This won't be Tony's typical vacation on the French Riviera! Cameo appearances by the Beast, Falcon, Ms. Marvel, Vision, Wasp, Whiplash, Ed Koch, Bethany Cabe, and Justin Hammer. 32 pages. Cover price $0.40.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 128N VG 4.0

Water damage.

Newsstand Edition. "Demon in a Bottle" Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton. One of the most critically acclaimed Iron Man stories, "Demon in a Bottle" explores the flaws of the man behind the helmet. Tony Stark's struggle with alcoholism comes to a head in this pull-no-punches look at his problem. Appearances by Bethany Cabe and Jarvis. (Note: This issue was reprinted in 2006 in the trade paperback: Iron Man Demon in a Bottle; and again in 2008 in the hardcover: Iron Man Demon in a Bottle.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.40.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 1 FR/GD 1.5

Mold. 2" Spine split from bottom. Staple rust.

Cover pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Mike Esposito. "Alone Against AIM," script by Archie Goodwin, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Johnny Craig; Iron Man is captured by A.I.M using a suction beam and trapped in a submarine by orders of Mordius; Meanwhile A.I.M. soldiers are gloating about how they have sunk The Maggias gambling ship and destroyed their leadership; The Golden Avenger is knocked out by gas while back on the sinking Maggia ship Jasper Sitwell is evacuating the passengers; Sitwell stumbles upon Whitney Frost whom he recognises from Stark Industries as one of Tonys admirers; Sitwell rescues Frost and they are taken aboard a S.H.I.E.L.D. helicopter where Nick Fury awaits; When alone Frost reveals herself to be The Big M, leader of The Maggia, and her plan to use Sitwell to learn the secrets of Stark Industries. Continued between Iron Man and Sub-Mariner #1 and Avengers #51. "The Origin of Iron Man," script by Archie Goodwin, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Johnny Craig; An abridged retelling of Iron Man's origin from Tales of Suspense #39. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 18 FN- 5.5

Fate of Tony Stark: Part 2 of 4 - "Even Heroes Die!" Guest-starring the Avengers. Story by Archie Goodwin. Art by George Tuska and Johnny Craig. It's an action-packed issue as Midas sends Tony and Madame Masque to break into Stark Industries to capture...Tony Stark! However, Midas does not know that he already has the real Tony Stark, and it's the life model decoy that is actually running Stark Industries. What a twist! When the life model decoy dons Iron Man's armor, Tony only has one option...wear the old golden suit of armor. Will the Avengers arrive in time to save Tony? And is Madame Masque having second thoughts about working for Midas? The story of Iron Man's failing heart condition continues in Avengers 69. Cameo appearances by Captain America and Nick Fury. Avengers Lineup: Goliath, Vision, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 23 CGC 3.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4687374023

"The Man Who Killed Tony Stark!" Story by Archie Goodwin. Art by George Tuska and Joe Gaudioso. In his quest for vengeance, Iron Man wrecks the cargo ship that smuggled the Titanium Man into the United States. Meanwhile, a new villain called the Mercenary along with Janice Cord's former lawyer, Vincent Sandhurst, plots to ambush and kill Tony Stark. Both bad guys track Tony to his weekend lodge in the Adirondacks Mountains, but they end up encountering Iron Man instead! 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 29 FN 6.0

"Save the People ? Save the Country!" Story by Mimi Gold. Art by Don Heck and Chic Stone. Cover by Marie Severin and Bill Everett. Tony Stark is on vacation in the Caribbean when he suddenly encounters political refugees from a nearby island. A tyrant called the Overseer has taken over the small island nation. Now Tony has a decision to make: is the golden avenger going to become a freedom fighter? 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 29 FN- 5.5

"Save the People ? Save the Country!" Story by Mimi Gold. Art by Don Heck and Chic Stone. Cover by Marie Severin and Bill Everett. Tony Stark is on vacation in the Caribbean when he suddenly encounters political refugees from a nearby island. A tyrant called the Overseer has taken over the small island nation. Now Tony has a decision to make: is the golden avenger going to become a freedom fighter? 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 39 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4669658008

"A Twist of Memory ? A Turn of Mind!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Herb Trimpe. Cover by Herb Trimpe. Tony Stark visits Jasper Sitwell in the hospital to see how his friend's recovery is progressing. Upon leaving the hospital, Tony's car crashes into the East River, and he is abducted by a mysterious villain called White Dragon. What is this new villain planning? Cameo appearances by Captain America, the Falcon, Goliath, and Thor. 32 pages Cover price $0.15.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 45 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4669658007

"Beneath the Armor Beats a Heart!" Story by Gary Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. During Iron Man's triumphant battle over the Night Phantom, Marianne Rodgers reveals to Shell-head that she knows he is Tony Stark. Later that evening Tony proposes to Marianne, and she accepts. Meanwhile, Kevin O'Brien is growing increasingly jealous of Tony's relationship with Marianne, and that leads to the first battle between Iron Man and the Guardsman! Also in this issue, Simon Gilbert wants the Stark Industries board of directors to remove Tony as company president. 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 46 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4669658006

"Menace at Large!" Story by Gary Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and John Verpoorten. Cover by Gil Kane and Ralph Reese. Tension is building everywhere at the Stark Industries' Long Island factory! In the dark of night, student protesters begin storming the SI manufacturing plant and the Guardsman (aka Kevin O'Brien) is preparing to use deadly force to stop them. The crisis evolves into an epic battle between Iron Man and the unstable Guardsman...with tragic results. (Notes: The events in this issue will lead Michael O'Brien to seek revenge against Tony Stark beginning in Iron Man 82. Additionally, the cover of Iron Man 46 was widely considered one of Gil Kane's best for Marvel.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 48 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4669658005

"The Fury and the Inferno!" Story by Mike Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. The battle is still raging between Tony Stark and Simon Gilbert for control of Stark Industries! Tony fires the entire board of directors, but the chairman of the board, Simon Gilbert, is not going quietly. He arranges for an old enemy of Iron Man to attack the munitions plant. It's another great showdown: Iron Man vs. Firebrand! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 50 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4536339005

"Deathplay!" Story by Mike Friedrich. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. During a news media interview, Tony Stark is seized by Princess Python's pet snake! Tony breaks free and now Princess Python must face Iron Man! Shell-head and the pet python engage in a death duel over a vat of acid! Which one is going to take the fatal plunge? Meanwhile, Marianne is continuing to have terrifying visions of a being called the Cyborg-Sinister. 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 54 FN 6.0

Sub-Mariner and Iron Man do battle. 1st appearance of Moondragon as Madame MacEvil. "Sub-Mariner: Target for Death!" Story by Mike Friedrich and Bill Everett. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane. It's a cataclysmic confrontation between Iron Man and the Sub-Mariner off the coast of Seattle! One of the heroes is being forced to fight against his will, but which one? And once the battle moves underwater, does Shell-Head have a chance to defeat Namor? First appearance of Moondragon as Madame MacEvil. (Note: The letters page includes a letter from comics editor Joey Cavalieri.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 86 VF- 7.5

1st appearance of Blizzard in "The Gentleman's Name is Blizzard!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by George Tuska and Vince Colletta. Cover by Ed Hannigan and Frank Giacoia. The Blizzard breaks into the Stark International Long Island plant to steal the Climatron! Can Iron Man defeat the Blizzard before his armor is frozen solid? First appearance of Gregor Shapanka as the Blizzard. He was previously the villain called Jack Frost. (Note: The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series B #84. There exists a scarce 30-cent variant of this issue.) Cover price $0.25.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 93 FN+ 6.5

Signed by Al Milgrom (first page). No autograph certification is included.

"Kraken Kills!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel. Cover by Jack Kirby and Al Milgrom. Even if ole Shell Head defeats Commander Kraken, the cybernetic pirate's men will kill Iron Man's friends. But, Kraken's true intentions for the Golden Avenger will shock you. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 95 VG 4.0

Signed by Al Milgrom (splash page). No autograph certification is included. Water damage.

"Ultimo!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Gerry Conway and Bill Mantlo. Art by George Tuska and Don Perlin. In light of his recent trials (battles with the Blood Brothers, Controller, Melter, and Kraken) Tony Stark takes time to rebuild his armor and make it stronger than ever before, and just in time too. For the azure behemoth known as Ultimo (last seen in Tales of Suspense #77-78) has returned! 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 99 VG/FN 5.0

Signed by Al Milgrom (splash page). No autograph certification is included. Water damage.

"At the Mercy of the Mandarin!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring Sunfire. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by George Tuska and Mike Esposito. Tony must don his old armor to save his life and to confront the solar samurai, Sunfire. Plus, witness the triumphant return of Shell Head's arch enemy, the terrible Mandarin. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 104 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4702113020

"Triad!" Part 2 of 5. Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by George Tuska. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Frank Giacoia. The golden avenger is reeling after Midas' stunning takeover of Stark International last issue! Fortunately, Tony has the loving arms of Madame Masque to help him regain his bearings! But someone else wants the comforting arms of Whitney Frost too! In a surprising development, SHEILD agent Jasper Sitwell attacks Shell-Head at the Stark family home! But Iron Man doesn't want to waste time with the love-struck agent, he wants to get his company back! Perhaps Madame Masque can sooth the situation! Cameo appearances by Michael O'Brien, Marianne Rodgers, and Jack of Hearts. Flashback cameos by Spymaster and the Minotaur. First 35¢ issue. (Note: This issue contains a full-page ad for Hostess Cupcakes featuring Spider-Man and Mary Jane Watson.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 117 CBCS 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #25-0B010A6-060

"The Spy Who Killed Me!" Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Bob McLeod. After the tumultuous events of last issue, the last thing Tony Stark needs is a spy at Stark International! Or perhaps more specifically...a Spymaster! But the armored avenger's plan for R&R is shattered when Spymaster assassinates the Tony Stark LMD! In quick response Iron Man chases the Spymaster across S.I.'s Long Island headquarters and finally catches him near the airfield! Will Shell-Head show his adversary who is the true master? First appearance of Bethany Cabe. Cameo appearance by Nick Fury. (Note: The golden avenger previously clashed with the Spymaster in Iron Man 35-36.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 118 CGC 6.5 JSA Layton

Paper: Off white to white

Bob Layton Authenticated Autograph.

Label #4693629001

First appearance of James Rhodes in "At the Mercy of My Friends!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Nick Fury. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Byrne (layouts) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton. Tony Stark visits the SHIELD Helicarrier for a NATO conference, but rouge agents throw him out over the skies of Western Europe! Fortunately (as shown on the terrific cover), Tony has his briefcase with him! But can he change into his armor in time? Cameo appearances by Mrs. Arbogast and Bethany Cabe. 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 120 FN+ 6.5

First appearance of Justin Hammer in "The Old Man and the Sea Prince!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by Bob Layton. During his trip back to the States, Tony Stark's 747 is struck in mid-air by a flying tank! Wow, where did it come from? Apparently it was thrown from the ground by the Sub-Mariner! Oh no! The golden avenger will deal with Prince Namor in a minute! But first he must stop his airliner from crashing into the ocean! Don't worry Shell-Head...the Avenging Son will wait! Cameo appearances by Bethany Cabe and Jim Rhodes. Flashback cameos by Spymaster and Nick Fury. 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 149D FN/VF 7.0

Direct Edition. "Doomquest" Part 1 of 2. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Bob Layton. It's the golden avenger's first one-on-one encounter with Doctor Doom! After electrical components (manufactured by Stark International) are accidentally sold and shipped to Latveria, Tony Stark flies to the small Balkan country to get them back! However to recover S.I.'s components, Shell-Head must pay a visit to Castle Doom! In the past the invincible one always had the Avengers by his side when confronting the (deposed) monarch of Latveria! But today Iron Man will match brains, brawn, and armor with Victor Von Doom all by himself! Cameo appearance by Jim Rhodes. (Notes: Iron Man and Doctor Doom briefly clashed in Super-Villain Team-Up 9 and Avengers 156. This memorable two-part story was reprinted in 1994 in the trade paperback: Iron Man vs. Doctor Doom; and again in 2008 in the hardcover: Iron Man Doomquest.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 150 FN/VF 7.0

Direct Edition. "Knightmare" Part 2 of 2. Double-Sized 150th Anniversary Issue. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Bob Layton. One of the classic Iron Man issues of the bronze age! In a staggering change of events, Doctor Doom and the armored avenger are transported back in time to medieval Camelot! Wow! And while the golden avenger takes counsel with King Arthur, Victor Von Doom bargains for the soul of his mother with Morgana Le Fey! The powerful sorceress agrees to help the Fantastic Four's greatest foe! But first he must lead an army of the undead against the knights of the round table! So the battle lines are drawn! King Arthur and the Invincible Iron Man vs. Morgana Le Fey and Doctor Doom! Truly a battle for the (middle) ages! Will Camelot survive? And how will Shell-Head make it back to the 20th century? An outstanding issue! Flashback cameo by Cynthia Von Doom. (Notes: The golden avenger and Doctor Doom meet again in Iron Man 249-250. What if (1977 1st series) 33 explores an alternate reality in which Tony Stark is left behind in Camelot.) 48 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 150 FN+ 6.5

Direct Edition. "Knightmare" Part 2 of 2. Double-Sized 150th Anniversary Issue. Plot by David Michelinie and Bob Layton. Script by David Michelinie. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Bob Layton (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Bob Layton. One of the classic Iron Man issues of the bronze age! In a staggering change of events, Doctor Doom and the armored avenger are transported back in time to medieval Camelot! Wow! And while the golden avenger takes counsel with King Arthur, Victor Von Doom bargains for the soul of his mother with Morgana Le Fey! The powerful sorceress agrees to help the Fantastic Four's greatest foe! But first he must lead an army of the undead against the knights of the round table! So the battle lines are drawn! King Arthur and the Invincible Iron Man vs. Morgana Le Fey and Doctor Doom! Truly a battle for the (middle) ages! Will Camelot survive? And how will Shell-Head make it back to the 20th century? An outstanding issue! Flashback cameo by Cynthia Von Doom. (Notes: The golden avenger and Doctor Doom meet again in Iron Man 249-250. What if (1977 1st series) 33 explores an alternate reality in which Tony Stark is left behind in Camelot.) 48 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 190 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4699209023

"Losing the Touch!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Scarlet Witch. Script by Denny O'Neil. Pencils by Luke McDonnell. Inks by Ian Akin and Brian Garvey. Cover by Luke McDonnell, Ian Akin, and Brian Garvey. In an embarrassing development, Iron Man (aka Jim Rhodes) fails to defeat the pesky Termite! So Tony Stark makes a phone call to his long-time associates in the (east coast) Avengers! The Scarlet Witch flies to California and brings a special weapon made by Forge (of X-Men fame)! When the Termite pops up next, Tony and Wanda are ready to tangle with him! But the reckless intervention of Shell-Head makes their task almost impossible! If Rhodey doesn't get his act together soon, the Avengers may do it for him! Origin of the Termite. Cameo appearances by Clytemnestra Erwin, Morley Erwin, Obadiah Stane, Madame Masque, and the Vision. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 282 FN 6.0

Direct Edition. "War Machine" Part 2 of 3. First (full) appearance of the War Machine armor. Script by Len Kaminski. Pencils by Kevin Hopgood. Inks by Bob Wiacek. Cover by Kevin Hopgood and Bob Wiacek. The Masters of Silence came to Stark Enterprises last issue looking for a fight! And now the trio is getting one in spades thanks to the War Machine armor! In a remarkable display of firepower; Tony Stark, clad in the new gray & white armor, trounces his would-be assassins! In the meantime, Jim Rhodes contacts SHIELD to learn who framed Stark Enterprises for the deadly accident in Japan! And it turns out to be someone the armored avenger knows very, very well! Cameo appearances by Justin Hammer and Nick Fury. (Note: The cover to issue 282 was reprinted as the cover to Iron Man (1968 1st series) Marvel Legends Reprint 281.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Invincible Iron Man (2008) 10A CGC 9.8 Larroca

Paper: White

Label #3758156007

Dark Reign tie-in - World's Most Wanted: Part 3 . In the world-shaking wake of SECRET INVASION, everything has changed. Now a fugitive, Tony Stark initiates the deletion sequence that could save the world, but end his life...while Norman Osborn assumes the reins of power and brings the H.A.M.M.E.R. down. How much trouble are Tony, Pepper, and Maria in? Things go from bad to worse as WORLD'S MOST WANTED continues here! Cover by Salvador Larroca. Written by Matt Franction with art by Salvador Larroca 32 pages/Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Invincible Iron Man (2015 2nd Series) 7A CGC 9.8 Deodato

Paper: White

Label #2022524003

The Road to Civil War II Begins here - The War Machines: Part 2 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by Mike Deodato. 'THE WAR MACHINES' PART 2! • War Machine and Iron Man team up to stop a brand new threat to the Marvel Universe… like only they can. All this plus more hints to next summer's insane Marvel blockbuster event. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Invincible Iron Man (2015 2nd Series) 7A CGC 9.6 Deodato

Paper: White

Label #3897597021

The Road to Civil War II Begins here - The War Machines: Part 2 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by Mike Deodato. 'THE WAR MACHINES' PART 2! • War Machine and Iron Man team up to stop a brand new threat to the Marvel Universe… like only they can. All this plus more hints to next summer's insane Marvel blockbuster event. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Invincible Iron Man (2017 3rd Series) 2C CGC 9.8 Deodato 1:10 Variant

Paper: White

Variant Edition.

Label #3870246008

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Stefano Caselli. Cover by Mike Deodato. Riri Williams has new armor technology that just might change the face of the Marvel Universe forever… if she survives the experience. The biggest story in comics starts to unfold right here. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Iron Man 2020 (2020 Marvel) 1SHATTERED NM- 9.2 DiMasi Shattered Variant

Shattered Comics variant by Matt DiMasi. Written by Dan Slott and Christos N. Gage. Art by Pete Woods. The future is now! Artificial Intelligences presents a clear and present danger to humanity and must be brought to heel! The Robot Rebellion battles for the establishment of robot rights! And Arno Stark IS Iron Man! PLUS! Pete Woods' main cover art will feature a 5th Color Flourescent Ink treatment! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Iron Man (2020 6th Series) 12B CGC 9.8 Rahzzah Miles Morales Variant

Paper: White

Variant Edition.

Label #4020505006

Written by Christopher Cantwell. Art by Angel Unzueta. Cover by Rahzzah. Iron Man is a long way from Earth. He now stands on the decks of Galactus' worldship, Taa II, in deep space, and though he doesn't have to face the World-Eater himself this time around, he certainly has to deal with the ship's most brutal and lethal defenses. If he manages to survive those, it's only a matter of moments before Tony Stark will have to turn around and confront his fiercest foe of recent memory, KORVAC. Tony must also face the mad android's zealous disciples, all of whom have a personal ax to grind with the Golden Avenger-THE CONTROLLER, UNICORN, BLIZZARD and their most recent addition, a robotically enslaved ORIGINAL HUMAN TORCH. This showdown has been a long time coming, but Tony wasn't counting on five-against-one odds. Tony needs backup. Tony could use some friends. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.